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The MitchCast 172

MitchCast Sticker on Sign PostGreat news, everybody. I’m not a size 14! Still not an 8. Turns out that 13 is a little baggy, but 9 is challenging to the groin, if you know what I mean. So I’m a 10, 11, or 12, But with a little work, I’ll be an 8!

That may require some weight loss, and between Sean and I, we are “experts”. Get some good advice if you too are trying to get down to an 8. And if you are a 14, there’s no shame in it. In fact, don’t tell him I said so, but I think Sean’s first goal should be a 14. Just saying…

What else should you expect? How about Sean’s Review of “Tinker Tailer Soldier Spy” for instance. Still not good enough. Then maybe you will like to hear about Kickapoo Joy Juice. Yeah, me too. Sadly, nothing but a teaser on this front.

Still, you may be able to relate on the topic of organizational nightmares and kids clutter. There are a few pointers, but mostly just agonizing over the quantity of crap I’ve built up and how to handle it.

There is more, and topics may or may not include:

  • AFSP and The Overnight June 9-10
  • Movie Review
  • Organizational Constipation
  • Star Wars
  • Caffeine Addiction

In usual fashion we let you play along with Movie Stub Vault and Captain Coupon gives us yet another steal of a deal. All right here, right now. It’s like Christmas in your ears!

Stay safe, until next time!

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By mitchell – January 17, 2012

The MitchCast 171

Podnah's Frito PieSo this is the new year? Well great. Just dandy-rific. Swell. It feels so nice. Really. So why not put out the first episode of the year, right? And that’s what we are doing. So hang on to your hats, it could get bumpy, it’s time for The MitchCast!

What can you expect from the first episode of the year? Well, let’s face it, probably something about food or movies, right? That seems to be the most prominent subjects that we guys talk about. That’s fairly accurate, but let’s give you a better idea. This episode may or may not contain the following:

  • Blu-ray
  • Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows
  • Movie Trilogies vs Franchises
  • Frozen Yogurt
  • New Years
  • NetFlix Recommendations
  • Caffeine Headache
  • Gaming Addiction

In a recent turn of the tables, I have decided to give up caffeine for a spell, and Sean has decided to pick up the bottle again! This ends up being a zero sum change for the fine folks at the Coca-Cola Company, but we’ll see how long I can hold out! I was in the headache phase of withdrawal even as we taped.

The holidays brought new blu-ray toys for both of us. I said I was out of the optical disc game long ago, but have joined the team. We talk about our first disc purchases and the whole blu-ray experience. I know, we’re several years behind the curve in this arena, but we discuss the current movie delivery methods and what we think needs to happen. Namely, some advice for Netflix and how they might improve their bottom line.

“What time did you come to bed last night?” How many times guys has your wife asked you this? I thought I was the only one, but it appears to be universal. Find out the best responses and pitfalls to this loaded question. You might improve your marriage with some of our advice. Or, you might have better advice of your own, so send it in.

We bid a fond farewell to the local Cold Stone Ice Creamery and talk about why restaurants just don’t work in our town. Now I have to find a new place to spend $5 for ice cream from a teenage kid who can’t even mix a Twix bar into 5 ounces of ice cream. So sad…

Until we meet again, later this week…

Chef Guy’s Crepe Cake Recipe

Sean’s NetFlix Recommendations

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By mitchell – January 10, 2012

The MitchCast 170

Merry Holiday Everyone! In true MitchCast fashion, we bring you nothing new, exciting, informative, accurate, or even relevant. That’s right, it’s business as usual! You’ve come to expect nothing more from the yardstick that is The MitchCast. Enjoy this holiday treat that won’t add any pounds or cause diarrhea. Four out of five dentists agree, The MitchCast does not promote tooth decay!

So what can you expect this episode? Who knows. But, if you are interested in our review of “Mission Impossible 4: How to Get Tom Outta Those Jeans”, then you can skip to the 41 minute mark and find out what we thought.

Are we professional critics? Heck no. But that’s why you like our reviews. There’s no comparisons to Bergman archetypal characters. No mention of Storaro cinematography or Stanislavski’s system. This is just guys talking about movies the way normal people do.

Is there more? Why yes. A steamy pile more of great topics, which may or may not include the following:

  • Mission Impossible 4: Ghost Protocol
  • X-Factor
  • Louis C.K.
  • Birthdays
  • Dexter
  • Headaches
  • Business Casual
  • Corporate Film Festival Whistle Blowing
  • Frozen Yogurt

And of course, no episode is complete without a visit from Captain Coupon. This week we get a code for Papa Johns Pizza. That’s right, order online and use the code COKE25 to receive 25% off your entire order. This coupon is good through the end of January, so let the pizza games begin!

Thanks to everyone for the continued listenership. We do appreciate it and look forward to one last episode this year before 2012! Until then, good times.

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By mitchell – December 23, 2011

The MitchCast 169

This week we recognize the birthday of Captain Coupon and Chef Guy, albeit a few days late. Happy birthday boys! While the Captain graces us week to week with his deals and savings, Chef Guy joins us in the studio, for the fourth time (we think). This may make him the most frequent guest on the show, aside from Sean.

As you might expect with the Chef, we do some great service to cooking, tasting, and food. Too much to write about here, but I will tease you with a few tasty morsels for your inquiring mind. First, their is a “Black Cherry Off” between Henry Weinhards, Thomas Kemper, and Virgils. Don’t worry, it’s safe for work. Mostly. Unless you work for the Ministry of Red Cherry Defense.

Then there is the newest segment to the show, “Ask the Chef”. We talk about smoking, smokers, deglazing, and pan sauce. Yeah, I hear you, I’m getting hungry just writing this. For future shows, send questions for Chef Guy to “feedback at the mitchcast dot com“. He’ll be sure to give you his opinion. And you know what they say about opinions…

We also review Podnah’s Pit Barbecue, Willamette Week’s 2011 Portland Restaurant of the Year. We give you the real deal review. Unlike other media organizations, we are not bound to tell you anything but what we really think. We’re footing the bill and they aren’t catering to us. It’s raw, unadulterated, and of course, safe for work. Did I mention that? Really, we do our best to give a full review to this Portland pick and what we think barbecue should be. Chime in with your own opinion by calling the hotline or sending in feedback. It’s up to you to make sure your voice is heard.

But wait, there’s more! If you act now, we’ll also tell you about Christmas tree shopping, movies to see or not see, Ben & Jerry’s, and listen to a new cut from the Sugarplex EP, “The Floor”. So get off your duff, listen to the show, tell your friends to listen and subscribe, and stop complaining about the cost. It’s free I tell you. Free!!

MitchCast Mention: Some gas station in Albany, Oregon with a large soda selection (could that be any more vague?).

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By mitchell – December 9, 2011

The MitchCast 168

In this lovely episode we take a look back at the week of Thanksgiving and all the stress, fun, turmoil, and tongue trauma that ensued. Do you like cats, but not the musical? Do you get queasy from tales of traumatized tongues? Do you have an unhealthy relationship with gravy? Do you take red pills you find in a bag, despite not knowing their origin or content?

If you answered “yes” to zero or more questions, then you must listen to this episode of The MitchCast. Did you answer “no” to six or fewer questions? Then you should listen to the first two halves of the show only. If you are married, or considering becoming married, then consult your mental health professional first.

MitchCast Mention: Bag of red pills!

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By mitchell – December 1, 2011

The MitchCast 167

You’ve got to walk the talk, and guac the guac. In a one two punch we expose the truth behind the Chipotle veggie bowl guacamole scam AND how ADP doesn’t like its employees talking about values in relationship to the recent arrest and retirement of Gary Butler, aka “Mr. Bulletproof”. What? You’ve never heard of either? Then you are in for a treat, my friend.

First off you get a healthy helping of guacamole talk, which is not what you’ll get at your local Chipotle Mexican Grill. In fact, you may get what hardly qualifies as a dollop, which stings when you are going veggie, and downright burns when paying an extra $1.80! Sean The Cast uncovered the ugly truth where they have begun to use fear and deception to reduce guacamole consumption. “Anything else?”

Then we blow the doors off the recent ADP scandal. No, not the one where Gary Butler, [former] CEO, got drunk and choked his wife before getting arrested and then retired to the tune of some $30 million plus. No, not that. But talking about that on the company’s internal social network. Yes, yours truly learned that corporate values are just a pretty poster and fancy mousepad, not something we actually discuss or live by.

The captain also shares his love this week bringing us free medium fries from McDonald’s. (You know, the place that used to have ownership of Chipotle?) Your best bet is to get a one dollar soda, sit back, and let the free fries come to you!

All that, and the official release of the Sugarplex EP? What are you waiting for, get crack-a-lackin!!

MitchCast Mention: The Barbers

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By mitchell – November 23, 2011

The MitchCast 166

It’s that time of year again, when the plumped up McRibs are finally sent to slaughter. In honor of the Legends of McRib Tribute Tour 2011, we at the MitchCast offer a solid review for our dear listeners.

Yes, if you’ve never tasted the McRib, or have an aversion to pork and pork-like meat-based and inspired products, then you will truly enjoy this episode. In true MitchCast fashion, we take it to the limit, then exceed the limit, beat it, drag it up, and continue to rehash for ten times longer then necessary.

You won’t be disappointed. You’ll be despondent.

Once you get past the McRib sweats, you will be treated to a wonderful episode brimming with reviews, opinions, semi-facts, mispronunciations, and even, a few laughs. It’s like “Joanie Loves Chachi” meets Ponch and Jon, on steroids.

You be the judge, then send in judgement and payment, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to “This is the Hotness Dot I’m the Bomb!” Thanks. Until next time, get your McRib spayed or neutered.

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By mitchell – November 17, 2011

The MitchCast 165

And like clockwork, we crank out another episode for your indulgence. There is even a planned list of topics, which may or may not include the following:

  • Kids Toys
  • Halloween Candy
  • Eye “Doctors”
  • Depression
  • Date Night and mattresses
  • Hair Cuts

There is no particular order, but I think you will find the usual lengthy overcooked discussion with little regard to political correctness or any sensitivity. In other words, business as usual.

We’d also invite you to check out, join, like, or just visit our Facebook fan page. It is located at: http://www.facebook.com/groups/139509532767991/

We’ve not been able to fully harness the power yet, but with a little luck, a few years time, and some prayers, it may take over Facebook entirely. And you can say, you were one of the first ones to be a part of this movement.

MitchCast Mention: Goorin Bros. Bold Hatmakers

Until next week, stay healthy and call a real doctor if you need medical assistance. Otherwise you may only get a new eyeglass prescription and a crown!

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By mitchell – November 9, 2011

The MitchCast 164

You want it? You got it. Bare bones and all. I’ll update this post with more illustrious material later. For now, the audio is out for your enjoyment!

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By mitchell – November 3, 2011

The MitchCast 163

“You are not of the body!”

That’s it my friends. Landru, and The Return of the Archons sums up this episode quite nicely. Well, actually, I can’t say that for sure. I just muddle my way through an incorrect quotation in the opening, and now I’m writing about it. I think Kirk said, “Landru must die” at some point.

Enough of the continuing to mouth-barf. Let’s lay it out there. What are we trying to accomplish with this here MitchCast thing? I ask myself all the time. This is really a therapeutic podcast, for myself and The Cast. A way to keep some level of sanity. We merely invite you, the listener, to join us along this journey of self introspection and discovery as we dive deeper into what it means to be married with children working stiffs.

Dreams? What are those? You can only have them if you can actually get some decent sleep. And if you have the lifelong ones, well…well. I’m sorry. Perhaps listening to this show will make you realize, you do have something worth doing. Your life ain’t so bad. And you’re glad you and your spouse only have two dogs.

There is a lot of talk in this here episode. Talk that covers the gamut. My company’s film festival. My disdain for my company. My disdain for executive compensation at my company. My dream to make a statement and a change. Comedy, I know. Pure comedy.

Keep tuning in. Send some feedback in. (No, really. Send some feedback to us at feedback at the mitchcast dot com.) And most of all, live long and prosper. And stop crying.

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By mitchell – October 25, 2011